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  1. mattj

    260/Lapua bushing size

    I don't use a bushing die, but the neck of my sizer is honed to .292
  2. mattj

    Rifle Scopes is there any reason to go mil anymore?

    Re: is there any reason to go mil anymore? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tactical_Tom</div><div class="ubbcode-body">the fundamentally concept behind MOA is superior <span style="font-weight: bold">and newer.</span></div></div> That's funny, I...
  3. mattj

    Rifle Scopes Vortex Viper PST vs Vortex Razor HD

    Re: Vortex Viper PST vs Vortex Razor HD Having in the past upgraded from a PST to a Razor, I agree with all of the above -- and it was definitely worth the upgrade for me. My buddy has a S&B -- and I'll give the S&B it's due, it has even better clarity, amazing low light performance, and it...
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    Rifle Scopes is there any reason to go mil anymore?

    Re: is there any reason to go mil anymore? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jakelly</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Mil: (estimated target size in yards/number of mil subtensions target displaces)1000 = yds to target. Or use the equation that...
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    Rifle Scopes is there any reason to go mil anymore?

    Re: is there any reason to go mil anymore? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Oddball-Six</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Given equal training with milradian and moa based scope measure, is there really any reason these days for a civilian to stick...
  6. mattj

    .260 Load - Lapua Brass

    Re: .260 Load - Lapua Brass H4350 is a great powder, very temperature insensitive. Your starting/max load will depend on the bullet you are using. The Hodgon data here should get you started: http://data.hodgdon.com/cartridge_load.asp In general, Lapua brass has less capacity than most...
  7. mattj

    Member Link Up SHWW Group

    Re: SHWW Group Hey guys, while contacting your State gov't, throw in a good word for this bill with your reps (a breath of fresh air buried amongst all the anti-gun crap this session): http://apps.leg.wa.gov/documents/billdocs/2013-14/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/1184.pdf ...it would protect...
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    Member Link Up SHWW Group

    Re: SHWW Group <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Broker</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You can't even shoot an "assault weapon" unless you're on your own personal property or a designated range, so no hunting or shooting on public land. You can't...
  9. mattj

    XLR Chassis Stock

    Re: XLR Chassis Stock <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: EricF517</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I guess no one is running a 30?</div></div> I can't say for sure, but I'll bet quacktastic's blue .223 on page 26 has a 30" barrel (based on the barrel...
  10. mattj

    XLR Chassis Stock

    Re: XLR Chassis Stock <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bear_blade</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> +1!! What butt and rail option? Is this from XLR? </div></div> I'm not him, but looks like the stock is a Magpul PRS -- the folding mechanism used on...
  11. mattj

    XLR Chassis Stock

    Re: XLR Chassis Stock <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XLR</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> However, I feel that the tubular hand guard offers more benefits than the cost of the added ring height. The tubular design of the hand guard is light weight...
  12. mattj

    Rifle Scopes New Nightforce "B.E.A.S.T." & ATACR

    Re: New Nightforce "B.E.A.S.T." & ATACR Hears a more detailed explaination of a couple of the features from the BEAST pdf: <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> <span style="font-weight: bold">i4F™ and M2™ precision elevation lever...
  13. mattj

    Range Report Applied Ballistics Mobile App

    Re: Applied Ballistics Mobile App Google Play is just the 'new' name of the Android app store -- basically if it is an Android >= version 2.2 (Froyo) device, you can get an Internet connection, you should be good to go (just need a Google/Gmail account).
  14. mattj

    Rifle Scopes Please Tell Me My Razors are Working!

    Re: Please Tell Me My Razors are Working! When you hit the zero stop it comes to a hard stop and you can't turn it anymore. The screws inside the turret (accessible when you take off the outer knob) that you use when setting zero/zero stop disengage the clicks when you unscrew them -- I...
  15. mattj

    Alpine Gunworks Chassis

    Re: Alpine Gunworks Chassis <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jura</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Alpine Gunworks</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div...
  16. mattj

    Atlas or Harris? Help me decide...

    Re: Atlas or Harris? Help me decide... From a former Harris user, I find Atlas way more versatile, especially from positions other than vanilla-prone.
  17. mattj

    **JC Steel Target Challenge** GAP rifle drawing!!

    Re: **JC Steel Target Challenge** Feb 23rd & 24th 2013 Hey Jake, Any idea will be allowed/suggested in terms of "auxiliary equipment"?
  18. mattj

    Sniper Topic in New Tac Gaming Vid Article

    Re: Sniper Topic in New Tac Gaming Vid Article <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sean the Nailer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Absolute newbie question here, but gaming in general. Can one use a game with a ceiling-mount projector? I was told...
  19. mattj

    Simulated Long Range

    Re: Simulated Long Range You can shoot small targets and a shorter distance to to 'simulate' larger targets at a long distance -- and airguns are good practice for trigger control and follow through... (the math there is not hard, you'll figure it out). ...but don't kid yourself that you'd...